Getabako - Shoe Tansu

Japanese getabako or shoe tansu are traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. One or more sets of sliding panels typically open to reveal shelves for easy storage. Many Japanese shoe tansu or getabako even provide space for umbrellas.

The wood is typically fragrant cedar and designs range from sublimely simple to decoratively accented with bamboo, carving or cross hatching.

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Japanese Getabako Shoe Tansu - TC9J254

Our Price: $1,495.00

Exceptional Japanese getabako shoe tansu, early Showa period, c. 1930-1940. Original use was likely as a kitchen tansu for storage of kitchen utensils and supplies, but makes a great shoe chest, traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned entirely of richly grained cedar and sturdy cypress woods. Hinged panels above and middle slide open reveal ample storage space and drawers below provide further options. �Very good condition. Dimensions:

Japanese Getabako Shoe Tansu - TG9MY828

Our Price: $995.00

Striking Japanese shoe chest tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned of dramatic, richly grained golden cedar wood. �Panels above and below slide open reveal ample storage space. A vertical cabinet provides space for umbrellas and other tall items. Very good condition. Dimensions: 35� high, 30� wide, 17� deep.

Japanese Shoe Tansu, Getabako Chest - TG9MY829

Our Price: $1,195.00

Excellent Japanese shoe chest tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned of richly grained golden cedar wood. �Panels above and below slide open reveal ample storage space. A vertical cabinet provides space for umbrellas and other tall items. A pair of drawers below offers additional options. Very good condition. Dimensions: 41� high, 32� wide, 14� deep.

Japanese Getabako Tansu, Shoe Storage Bench or Okidoko, Tea Storage Cabinet - TG9M2918

Our Price: $1,295.00

Rustic Japanese getabako shoe storage tansu and bench, or okidoko, tea storage cabinet, contemporary. Richly grained elm wood with roomy paneled cabinet. Wonderful for a place of rest while removing shoes and plenty of storage space. Very good condition. Dimensions: 19� high, 49.5� wide, 16.5� deep.

Japanese Getabako Shoe Tansu, Cedar - TJ9I1

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Our Price: $995.00
Sale Price: $896.00

Rustic Japanese getabako or shoe chest tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned entirely of richly grained golden cedar wood. Panels above and below slide open reveal ample storage space. A vertical cabinet provides space for umbrellas and other tall items. Lovely decorative design throughout with traditional bamboo slats. Very good condition. Dimensions: 35� high, 28� wide, 14� deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu or Getabako Shoe Chest

Japanese Kitchen Tansu or Getabako Shoe Chest - TJ13F2

Our Price: $1,295.00
Sale Price: $1,166.00

Exceptional Japanese mizuya kitchen or getabako shoe tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Original use was likely as a kitchen tansu for storage of kitchen utensils and supplies, but would also make a great shoe chest, traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned entirely of richly grained cedar and sturdy cypress woods. Panels above and below slide open reveal ample storage space and drawers below provide further options. Very good condition. Dimensions: 42� high, 33� wide, 18� deep.

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